January 20, 2026 Cargo Business Breaks Down Thousands of Russian freight transport companies are facing liquidation or bankruptcy amid rising costs, falling demand, and tightening financial conditions. Economy Regions Transportation
January 17, 2026 Bad Economic Indicators Behind its Potemkin façade of stability, the Russian economy faces some real threats in 2026. Economy Government Military Regions War
January 14, 2026 Russians Turned to Diet Drugs and Antidepressants Sales of weight-loss drugs and antidepressants surged last year, while abortion pills fell in response to tighter controls. Economy Health Statistics
December 23, 2025 Nörüön Nörgüy (Welcome) In Sakha Republic, many towns are finding they like being alcohol free. We visit to find out why. Cities & Towns Culture Economy Food & Drink Health Regions
December 23, 2025 The Living and the Dead How red tape, politics, and state indifference combined to kill 82-year-old Svetlana Mitina. Economy Elderly Government Health Regions Urban Life
December 04, 2025 Pigeon-Drones are Here A Russian company introduced biodrones: pigeons with chip implants in their brains and surveillance cameras. Animals Business Economy News Technology
November 18, 2025 Coca-Cola Comeback? Coca-Cola Company may be returning to Russian markets. Business Economy Food & Drink
November 17, 2025 A Russian AIDOL Falls Russia’s first artificial intelligence robot faceplanted after its first steps on a Moscow stage. Economy Humor Internet News Technology
October 27, 2025 Visa-Free Paradise Lost? Montenegro is considering introducing a visa requirement for Russian citizens. Economy Emigrés Int'l Relations Law Politics Russians Abroad
October 05, 2025 Rubles to Rebuild The Russian Prime Minister will allocate over R 4 billion to foster businesses in regions that border Ukraine. Business Economy Regions War
September 30, 2025 Is Russia Closing the Tab? Vodka and cognac sales have fallen significantly due to restrictions on alcohol purchases across Russia. Business Economy Food & Drink Government Law Trade
September 21, 2025 An Essential Discount The Russian State Duma is considering a bill that would limit the markup on some "essential" foods. Cities & Towns Economy Social Issues